About Vanguard Health Systems (NYSE:VHS)

Vanguard Health Systems, Inc. (Vanguard) is an operator of healthcare delivery networks with presence in various urban and suburban markets. As of June 30, 2012, the Company had 28 acute care and specialty hospitals with 7,064 beds with outpatient facilities and related businesses, which allow it to provide a range of inpatient and outpatient services in the communities it serves. The Company's general acute care and specialty hospitals offer a variety of medical and surgical services, including emergency services, general surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, obstetrics, orthopedics and neurology, as well as tertiary services such as open-heart surgery, advanced neurosurgery, level II and III neonatal intensive care and level 1 trauma at certain facilities. In October 2013, Tenet Healthcare Corporation completed its acquisition of Vanguard Health Systems, Inc.

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Vanguard Health Systems (NYSE:VHS) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vanguard Health Systems' stock symbol?

Vanguard Health Systems trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "VHS."

How were Vanguard Health Systems' earnings last quarter?

Vanguard Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE:VHS) issued its earnings results on Monday, August, 19th. The healthcare company reported $0.18 EPS for the quarter, hitting the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.18. The healthcare company had revenue of $1.52 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $1.53 billion. The business's revenue was up 4.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the business posted $0.24 earnings per share. View Vanguard Health Systems' Earnings History.

How do I buy Vanguard Health Systems stock?

Shares of Vanguard Health Systems can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.

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